Arnold was not impressive in his round of morning interview shows this morning. On “Today,” Cal. Dem. chairman Art Torres quickly started by noting how Arnold couldn’t answer any of Matt Lauer’s substance questions, and the state doesn’t need on-the-job training for governors. He talked over interviewers on most channels, speaking in 6o-second bursts in the vaguest of generalities about how he loves the children, I believe the children are our future (Whitney Houston lyrics, anyone?) but saying very little about what Davis has done wrong other than somehow creating a bad business climate. Elite media are going to demand more substance, and he better acquire some.

PS: He also declared he wouldn’t be answering any questions about his private life. As if that will stop the oppo brigade.